Cruise on the Nile (Egypt) 8D/7N for 2 + full board + 5 visits included + return flight from Paris + luggage from 09/28 = €624/p
1,248€ – Showroomprivé
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Are you going on vacation soon and you haven't planned anything yet? Then jump on this very very good deal that will allow you to make a cruise on the Nile for 8 days / 7 nights for €1248 for 2!
This price includes
- Direct round trip flight France/Egypt on board a special flight
- Baggage allowance per person (excluding infants) on special flights only (hold baggage weight confirmed upon receipt of travel document)
- Airport/boat/airport transfers
- 7 nights on a 5* boat according to the characteristics described on the basis of a standard double cabin
- The 5 visits mentioned in the program
- Full board formula (excluding drinks)
- Mandatory airport taxes (subject to change)
Your program
From Saturday to Saturday: Luxor – Esna – Edfu – Aswan – Kom Ombo – Luxor
1st Day: France – Luxor:
Departure by special flight to Luxor. Welcome, transfer and installation on board your 5* cruise ship.
2nd Day: Luxor – Karnak – Esna:
Luxor, a true open-air museum…: visit from one of the most exceptional sites in Upper Egypt, to the glory of the most prestigious pharaohs: Amenhotep, Ramses: the site of Karnak.
Lunch on board and departure for Edfu via the Esna lock.
3rd Day: Edfu – Kom Ombo:
The Nile opens up to you and offers you its riches: it is a real journey through time that grips you during this navigation which will take you through the bowels of the Nile and will take you to love its multifaceted landscape.
Visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu in the morning and from Ptolemaic temple of Kom Ombo in the evening. Between these two visits, enjoy the magical spectacle offered to you on the banks of the Nile during your navigation
4th Day: Aswan – Philae – Abu Simbel (optional with overnight stay):
The last major city in southern Upper Egypt, Aswan is located at the gateway to the desert. Between the Elephantine Islands and the sand mountains, you will be charmed by the site and its colorful souks. Felucca ride in Aswan And visitof the pearl of the Nile, the Temple of Philae, he too was saved from the waters, marked in his heart by the armies of Bonaparte.
After lunch, free afternoon, several possibilities are available to you:
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Sound & Light and night at Abu Simbel, visit to the temples of Ramses II and Nefertari, (reservation required)
Departure early in the afternoon to Abu Simbel. Check-in at the Azal Lagoon hotel in Abu Simbel located on the shores of Lake Nasser. Continue to the Sound & Light show in front of the extraordinary temples built in honor of Ramses II and Nefertari. Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay. The next morning visit the temples dedicated to the most influential pharaoh of the 19th dynasty and his royal wife. Return late in the morning to Aswan.
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Enjoy a moment of relaxation on the boat and, in the evening, let yourself be tempted by a stroll through the winding streets of the souks to bring back some souvenirs or spices with intoxicating scents. Possibility to attend the Sound and Light Show at the Philae Temple (optional, optional and adjustable on site).
5th Day: Aswan – Abu Simbel (optional):
Free morning, opt for a walk or stroll in the souks to soak up the surrounding life, take beautiful photos for unforgettable memories.
Optional: Early morning wake-up call! On the edge of southern Egypt, on the shores of Lake Nasser, discover the unique temple dedicated to the greatness of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari: Abu Simbel (by coach).
Lunch on board and departure for Luxor. Relaxing afternoon sailing.
6th Day: Luxor:
Free day in Luxor. A perfect opportunity to bring back some souvenirs from the land of the pharaohs: papyrus, decorative objects, colorful fabrics or even amazing spices…
Optional: Visit to the Temple of Luxor and several excursions to discover the “city of the dead”: the impressive Thebes bringing together on the west bank of the Nile the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Artisans and the funerary Temple of Ramses III Medinet Habu, the Valley of the Queens and the Temple of Hatshepsut.
7th Day: Luxor – Cairo (optional): :
Free day to discover the city and/or as an option, various additional excursions will be offered to perfect your knowledge of the Luxor region and its many treasures.
Optional (to be reserved upon registration) : Cairo
Morning flight for a unique discovery of the most famous places of the Egyptian capital: upon arrival in Cairo, transfer to visit the site of the Pyramids of Giza & the Sphinx. After lunch, head to the National Museum of Archaeology and its famous room dedicated to the Treasure of Tutankhamun. Transfer to the airport and flight at the end of the day to Luxor.
8th Day: Luxor – France:
Transfer to Luxor International Airport. Assistance with customs formalities. Departure to France.
Please note: Depending on the return flight schedule, breakfast and/or lunch on board the ship and departure by special flight to France.
Please note: depending on arrival/departure times and certain local requirements, the order of visits may be changed, but all those mentioned in the program will be provided.
The services mentioned in the product description, the type and capacity of means of transport as well as access to facilities and equipment may be modified depending on the health conditions related to COVID-19 which will be imposed in the country.
For all the options mentioned below, find more information in the “Destination & Activities” tab.
Your excursions included: 5 guided and accompanied tours along the Nile by our French-speaking guides
– The Karnak Site : Built to the glory of the god Amon and not all of whose remains have been cleared, it is connected to the temple of Luxor by an alley of Sphinxes. Eight centuries passed between the start of the construction of this complex and its completion. There we can see the great temple of Amon, the courtyard decorated with porticos, the temples of Ramses III and Seti II, the alley of Rams…
– The Temple of Edfu : The holy city of Horus built in his honor. The temple was buried under silt then excavated and restored. Today it presents an exceptional state of preservation, it is after Karnak, the largest temple in Egypt.
– The Temple of Kom Ombo : Like an Acropolis, it overlooks the Nile by about fifteen meters. Rare particularity: this temple is dedicated to both the gods Horus the falcon and Sobek the crocodile.
– Felucca Ride in Aswan : The history of Aswan begins on Elephantine Island… it was the capital of Nubia and Upper Egypt. It was home to the sanctuary of the ram god Khnum, and the famous Nilometer, which predicted and measured the floods of the Nile. Its picturesque setting and pleasant lifestyle make it one of the most pleasant cities in Egypt.
– The Temple of Isis at Philae : The temple of Philae was dedicated to the worship of Isis and Osiris, her husband. The oldest building is the portico of Nectanebo I. Then, over the centuries, were built the great temple of Isis with its monumental pylons, the small temple of Hathor and the kiosk of Trajan where the processions landed.
The boat
Your 5* cruise ship (Egyptian standards) is made up of 40 to 60 cabins, all of which have exterior views with a bay window.
The cabin
You will stay in double cabin.
Fully air-conditioned, each cabin also has individually controlled air conditioning, internal telephone, television, 220V voltage. The bathroom has a shower and a hairdryer.
Please note:
Double cabin capacity: 2 adults.
Single occupancy possible for an additional charge.
Any reservation made with a different capacity cannot be taken into account.
Activities, leisure and entertainment
Activities
- Upper deck equipped: swimming pool, deckchairs, solarium with deckchairs, area with terrace for having a drink
- Inside, pleasant lounge with bar and dance floor.
- Fun activities
The animations
Our French-speaking team will offer you a program adapted to the calm and relaxed atmosphere of the navigation and will ensure the organization and smooth running of your cruise. Our Egyptologist guides will allow you to better understand this fascinating civilization and will make you love this exceptional country.
The services
- Lounge with bar and dance floor
- Souvenir shops
- Laundry service
Please note: The services mentioned above are subject to charges.
The Restoration
During your cruise, you will benefit from the full board formula (excluding drinks).
You will have your meals in the main restaurant with buffet service (long trousers required for dinner).
International cuisine and local specialties.
Children's policy
Child from 2 to less than 12 years old.
For comfort reasons, babies are not recommended during this stay.
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